Trial begins for 22-year-old accused of matricide in Larissa

The trial of a 22-year-old man accused of stabbing his mother to death in May 2025 has commenced at the Mixed Jury Court of Volos. The defendant faces charges related to the killing in Larissa, alongside his cousin, who is accused of helping dispose of the body by wrapping it in a carpet. During the proceedings, the defendant denied being a murderer, claiming he had been a victim of bullying and suffered from social isolation. He testified that he does not recall the events clearly, noting he had been out at cafes on the night of the incident. Testimony was provided by relatives, neighbors, and police officers who initially responded to the scene. The prosecutor has recommended that both defendants be found guilty as charged. The defense focused on the defendant's character and past experiences with bullying as potential contextual factors. Both individuals remain in custody pending the court's final verdict.